Trade Union for Art and Culture Professionals TAKU advocates for a better working life!

Our mission is to develop working life in art and culture, make the fields more appreciated, and advocate for the good of the sector. We support our members at all stages of their working lives, provide services and bring experts together.

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Events

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Calendar

Welcome to TAKU’s annual spring meeting on May 22nd

7.5.2026

Graduating student, apply for TAKUtuki prize in March 2026

25.2.2026

TAKU’s Salary Survey: Salaries of Arts and Culture Professionals on the Rise

11.2.2026

Welcome to TAKU’s annual spring meeting on May 22nd

As a member you are warmly welcome to attend TAKU’s annual spring meeting on Friday May 22nd.

TAKU’s Salary Survey: Salaries of Arts and Culture Professionals on the Rise

Read the first news about the results of our salary survey. The salary level has increased, but 51% of respondents say it does not match the demands of the job.

Graduating student, apply for TAKUtuki prize in March 2026

Student member, have you recently finished your thesis or are you currently working on it? Now it is the right time to apply TAKUtuki prize which is worth 1000 €. Application period is on in March 2025!

Your unemployment fund is being renewed!

The Unemployment Fund for Higher Educated Employees (Erko), and The Unemployment Fund for Education and Science (OT) will form a joint on 1 January 2026. The new unemployment fund is called Ote.

The new workbook supports career planning and job search

Discover this free workbook which provides an excellent foundation for your job search and helps you plan your next career step!

Member services and benefits

TAKU provides support and professional counselling for its’ members in different situations – but also numerous member benefits, most of which are available to you as soon as you join.

Specialist in the art and culture sector: are you being paid at least the minimum TAKU-recommended salary?

See the TAKU’s salary recommendations for cultural producers (with degrees from a university of applied sciences) and holders of master’s and bachelor’s degrees in arts, history, literature and cultural subjects.

Recommendations and Guides

Check the art and culture sector minimum salary recommendations, employment term guides and other work contract related materials.

Employment contract checklist

An employment contract may be made orally, electronically or manually. A written employment contract is always recommended to prevent disputes later on.